Maths Through Games for Adults with Special Needs

This course uses interactive games to help adults SEND students develop confidence in essential maths skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and money handling. The focus is on hands-on learning through engaging activities, ensuring a supportive and enjoyable experience.

Week 1: Introduction to Maths Through Gamesz

Icebreaker activities with number-based games

Discussing everyday uses of maths

Simple number recognition and counting games (bingo, number puzzles)

Week 2: Fun with Addition

Basic addition using hands-on materials (counters, dice, cards)

Board games that involve adding numbers

Group challenges with number bonds and quick sums

Week 3: Mastering Subtraction

Interactive subtraction games (bowling, skittles, takeaway challenges)

Using number lines and objects to visualize subtraction

Simple problem-solving with real-life scenarios

Week 4: Combining Addition and Subtraction

Playing shop: adding and subtracting amounts in a pretend shop setting

Dice and card games to practice mixed sums

Small group competitions with rewards for participation

Week 5: Introduction to Multiplication

Understanding multiplication as repeated addition

Times table songs and rhymes

Dice rolling and group-based multiplication games

Week 6: Learning Division in a Fun Way

Introducing division through sharing activities (sorting objects)

Real-life division examples (splitting food, grouping items)

Interactive games like ‘division bingo’ and matching pairs

Week 7: Money Skills - Recognising Coins and Notes

Identifying coins and notes through sorting games

Matching amounts to correct prices

Basic transactions using play money

Week 8: Practical Money Skills - Buying and Selling

Running a class ‘market stall’ where students buy and sell items

Calculating simple totals and giving change

Role-playing real-world shopping scenarios

Week 9: Problem Solving and Everyday Maths

Applying maths skills to real-life situations

Group problem-solving challenges

Board and card games that mix addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Week 10: Game Tournament and Celebration

Friendly competition with maths-based games

Reviewing what has been learned

Certificates and prizes for participation

Course Requirements:

No prior maths knowledge required

Simple materials such as dice, cards, counters, play money, and printed worksheets

A positive attitude and willingness to have fun!